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Prescott
#39 in Best Places to Retire in Arizona
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • Town in Arizona
  • 234 reviews
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    Prescott Residents

    Diversity
    B
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Population
    42,068
    Unemployment Rate
    2.6%
    Poverty Rate
    12.4%
    Non-Citizens
    2.1%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the people who live in your area?
    Based on 22 responses
    • Elderly or College Students
      41%
    • Elderly, College Students, and recovering addicts
      32%
    • College students and recovering addicts
      14%
    • Elderly
      9%
    • Drug Addicts
      5%

    Prescott Demographics

    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      16%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      22%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      39%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      17%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      6%
      13%
    Racial Diversity
    • White
      86%
    • Hispanic
      10%
    • Two or more races
      2%
    • Asian
      1%
    • African American
      1%
    • American Indian or Alaska native
      0%
    • Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
      0%
    • Other race
      0%
    Gender
    • Female
      51%
    • Male
      49%
    Age
    • <10 years
      6%
    • 10-17 years
      7%
    • 18-24 years
      9%
    • 25-34 years
      9%
    • 35-44 years
      8%
    • 45-54 years
      9%
    • 55-64 years
      16%
    • 65+ years
      36%
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    Income

    Median Household Income
    $54,037
    National
    $55,322
    Household Income Brackets
    • <$25k
      22%
    • $25-$44k
      19%
    • $45-$74k
      25%
    • $75-$149k
      25%
    • $150k+
      9%
    Median Individual Income
    $27,485
    National
    $27,419
    Individual Income Brackets
    • <$15k
      29%
    • $15-$34k
      31%
    • $35-$64k
      23%
    • $65k+
      17%

    Community

    Poll
    77%
    of residents say there is a good sense of community.22 responses
    Poll
    52%
    of people say LGBT residents are somewhat accepted.23 responses
    Poll
    What is the most helpful tip for a new resident to know before moving to your area?
    Based on 21 responses
    • Great place to raise a family
      24%
    • It's expensive
      24%
    • Okay for families, terrible for singles
      14%
    • Traffic has gotten worse
      14%
    • Do not start a business here, unless it's food
      10%
    • expensive and limited night life
      5%
    • It's a small town, everyone knows everyone
      5%
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